Unity in Action. Cross-Platform Development in C#

Unity is often presented as a set of components that do not require programming, which is fundamentally untrue. To create a successful game, a lot is needed: excellent work from artists, programming skills, an interesting story, engaging gameplay, and a friendly and cohesive team of developers. And one must not forget about flawless visualization and quality performance on all platforms—from gaming consoles to mobile phones. Unity combines a powerful engine, professional programming capabilities, and designers' creativity, allowing the realization of the most incredible and ambitious projects. The second edition of the famous bestseller "Unity in Action" has been completely revised to introduce you to new approaches and ideas that allow you to make the most effective use of Unity for game development. More attention is paid to designing two-dimensional games, the fundamental concepts of which the reader can apply in practice to build a complex two-dimensional platformer. This book can confidently be called an introduction to Unity for professional programmers. Joseph Hawking provides those with development experience with all the necessary information to quickly master the new tool and start creating new games. And the best way to learn is through specific projects and practical tasks. Master Unity and get started on creating your own games faster!